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MA08 EKK

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

70,557 mi
Last recorded70,557 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA08 EKK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 70,557 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement curved arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm 245/40/r17/95w (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2025 65,318 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 61,526 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2024 60,354 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2023 57,427 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2022 54,383 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2021 52,163 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2021 52,163 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 50,497 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2019 48,212 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 45,149 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 41,845 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 36,084 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 22,080 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 17,979 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 13,513 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 10,253 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 8,895 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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MA08 EKK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 81,042 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MA08 EKK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MA08 EKK registered?

MA08 EKK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is MA08 EKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA08 EKK shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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